Life Reset
@ Refugio Mountain Retreat

14-28 Days to a New You

Heal. Connect. Discover. Transform.

Do you feel stuck in a rut physically or mentally? Do you lack energy, drive, focus, and vitality? Have you lost excitement, purpose, and passion in your daily routines?

Then it’s time to take the first steps toward a new you. Experience a Life Reset at Refugio Mountain Retreat, a unique 2-4 week personalized transformational experience where you’ll get the opportunity to finally break through those barriers for good! Trim, heal, and strengthen your body, reconnect with nature, rediscover childlike wonder, experience mental and spiritual clarity, and most importantly, change how you think about yourself and everything that is holding you back.

At the heart of our Life Reset retreat is a deeper teaching: true wellness and vibrant health isn’t about fixing what’s broken, but about uncovering what’s already there—the unique beautiful you that simply needs to remember the miracle inside. Our program and philosophy are based on the idea that if you don’t feel your best physically, then every other area of your life will likely suffer. Give us a few weeks, and we will guide you in cultivating the tools and resources to help you recover and maintain your physical fitness and your optimal wellness.

You’ll be empowered to take responsibility for your own success, to trust the wisdom of your body, and you’ll discover that every resource you need for transformation already lives within you. Guided by experienced coaches and supported by the peaceful mountain environment, you’ll step into a fuller version of yourself — strong, empowered, and aligned.

The Location

Your Life Reset retreat will take place at Refugio Mountain Retreat—where earth meets heaven. Our mountain paradise is described by many guests as one of the most beautiful and magical properties in all of Puerto Rico. Known for its stunning views, miles or hiking trails, proximity to epic rivers and waterfalls, and peace and tranquility that must be experienced! With a gentle, nurturing mother vibe, “Mama Refugio,” as we affectionately call the property, is the perfect place to hide away in a safe sanctuary while setting out on your transformation journey and pushing the limits of what you thought was possible. 

Situated on 40 acres, the Retreat is bordered by hundreds of acres of untouched jungle, pine-forested ridges, and spectacular overlooks. You’ll bathe in and drink fresh spring water, be surrounded by beautiful tropical trees, flowers, and plants at every turn, and have access to our therapeutic outdoor spa. Lastly, the Retreat is situated at an elevation between 2,200-3,000 feet, a “goldilocks” climate zone with sunshine almost daily and temperatures ranging between 60 to 85 degrees throughout the year.

Learn more about Refugio Mountain Retreat.

Areas of Focus

Physical vitality: we work one-on-one with you to design an actionable plan and the best path toward lasting wellness and vitality with a focus on nutrition, fitness, strength and flexibility and sleep/rest. Our ethos is to keep things simple because if it’s not simple, it will likely not be sustainable.

Mental wellbeing: in addition to working with your physical body, we’ll work with you to develop regular practices around a positive mindset each day. 

Spiritual alignment: you don’t have to be religious to align to a deeper, wiser version of yourself through connection to the earth and the universe.

What to Expect

We will work with you in advance of your arrival to design a personalized experience based on your individual goals, health history, current health and fitness level, preferences, and your intuitive guidance. 

Participants can choose a session length of 2 to (ideally) 4 weeks, or longer. Your experience will unfold with intention: strength-building and mobility movement that leaves you energized; nutrient-dense meals that curb your appetite, fuel lean muscle, accelerate fat loss, and facilitate healing from the inside out; restorative practices that relax, recalibrate, inspire, and release emotional stress and trauma, reconnecting you to your center. 

Flexibility and dynamic goals: we don’t set rigid programs; we work with you from day to day in response to your needs and body’s responses. You can expect daily exercise and mobility sessions, a daily coaching session, end of day check in, the opportunity for community eating and activities, and lots of free time to play, create, garden, hike, read or even do remote work.

Specialized holistic therapies: designed to help you relax and to give you tools to incorporate on your journey (e.g. breath-work, meditation, art therapy, guided imagery, journaling, inner child work, mind training, electronics fasting, etc.).

Nutrition: we believe that a diet high in protein, healthy fats, and low in carbs is the most transformational, healing diet for most humans, especially for those with diabetes and/or metabolic resistance, autoimmune or inflammation conditions, chronic pain, high blood pressure, chronic gastro-intestinal disorders, muscle wasting, declining brain function, and cardiovascular compromise, to name a few. In addition, we are proponents of fasting for detox and longevity, including intermittent fasting. Fasting literally turns the clock back in your body, repairs damaged mitochondria, and supports a body reset. Under medical supervision, we will help you find the consistent fasting lifestyle practice that works best for your body type, age, and gender.

Every element is designed to move the needle — physically, mentally, and spiritually. As you observe significant changes in the mirror, you’ll also feel sharper, calmer, and more resilient than ever before.

And when you return home, your journey continues with a month of weekly coaching calls. These integration sessions help anchor the habits and insights you’ve gained, ensuring your transformation becomes a sustainable way of life.

Daily Schedule

Your daily schedule will vary but generally there will be both morning and afternoon sessions—each with a different focus—with a break mid-day. Some days will include group activities and/or off-site excursions to places like epic waterfalls or scenic beaches. Lunch will generally be prepared and eaten on an individual basis, but most dinners will be prepared and eaten family style. Because each retreat guest will have their own personal meal plan, including fasting or intermittent fasting, meals and meal prep will vary. We encourage participants to help out with meal prep so that they can be empowered and ready for success when they leave the retreat and return home.

Pick Your Plan:

14-Day Reset — Awaken Your Inner Healer
Two weeks to jumpstart your health and reconnect with the wisdom of your own body. Through guided fitness, nutrient-dense meals, and mindful practices, you’ll learn how to take responsibility for your health and begin unlocking the resources already within you.

21-Day Transformation — Align Body, Mind & Spirit
Three weeks to go deeper: building strength, shedding old patterns, and discovering how vibrant health is a reflection of your whole self, working in harmony. With meditative, movement, breath-work, and trauma-release practices, you’ll begin to embody the role of your own wise healer.

28-Day Thrive — Embody Lasting Change
Four weeks of full immersion designed to reshape your body and empower your spirit. Beyond measurable fitness gains, you’ll leave with the tools, clarity, and confidence to sustain balance long after the retreat — carrying forward the truth that your greatest healer…is you.

Your Wellness Coaches

Personal one-on-one coaching is provided daily by your on-site facilitators: Julie is a registered nurse (BSN), holistic and nutritional wellness expert, inspirational author, and trauma-informed breathwork practitioner; Steve is a certified athletic coach specializing in transformational fitness. You’ll be supported by both coaches with compassionate expertise every step of the way, as they bring together physical, mental, and spiritual insight, and the best practices for nutrition and high-performance training to deliver measurable, lasting results. They don't position themselves as your gurus. Instead, they remind you that you are your own wise guide!

Depending on your goals, we may also offer the option to work with coaches and facilitators on specific areas (paid for independently), either in person or remotely. These could include therapists you are already working with, psychotherapists, plant medicine facilitator, or any number of specialized therapies and healing modalities.

Additional Retreat Offerings and Activities

Below is a list of the retreat offerings and activities, some of which will be conducted as a group.

  • A customized fitness program with daily, achievable goals

  • Fasting opportunities for exponential healing and detox

  • Art therapy

  • Sound healing therapy

  • Writing therapy

  • Forest bathing and hiking opportunities

  • Full moon/New Moon ceremonies

  • Inner child work

  • Empowerment philosophies

  • Excursions to waterfalls or beaches

  • Meditation and breath work sessions

  • Therapeutic massage and/or sound healing therapy

  • Gratitude and journaling

  • Resetting circadian rhythms 

  • Detox and/or essential oil baths

  • Red light therapy

  • Birdwatching and other nature opportunities

  • Gardening

  • Movies/Game nights

  • Farm projects including planting trees or harvesting tropical fruits

 Apply Today for January 2026!

We are currently accepting applications for our January (4th -31st) intake with only three spots available. Once approved, you’ll be asked to complete a thorough intake including your current physical, mental, emotional state of well-being, a detailed health history, and a few optional recommended labs to help us get a baseline of your overall health. Apply now.

Schedule a Free Consultation! 

Still have questions or not entirely sure if a Life Reset retreat is right for you? Please view our FAQ’s below for more answers to your questions…or contact us directly for a free phone consultation. Let us get acquainted with you in order to understand your current state of health, goals, abilities, and level of commitment to make sure we are the right fit for each other.

Our Guarantee

We will fully support you during and after your retreat to help you achieve the goals that you’ve set. In addition to the post-retreat month of weekly support, you’ll have access to a private online community where you can ask questions and find support in your continued journey.

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FAQs

Check back for more FAQ’s and a full Life Reset retreats website coming soon.

  • LifeResets will take place at the magical Refugio Mountain Retreat (“where earth meets heaven”) in the central mountains of Puerto Rico. Our secluded property has been described as many as one of the most beautiful and healing properties in all of Puerto Rico. We have access to miles of private hiking trails, mountain spring water, panoramic views, perfect temperatures, and unparalleled tranquility. There is a sacred, indigenous, nurturing quality which has given the property the nickname of “Mama Refugio.”

  • 14, 21, or 28 day immersive healing retreats—you choose what fits your lifestyle and budget. These are individualized experiences so the length of stay will be customized to your needs and preferences. We suggest a minimum of 2 weeks for maximum impact.

  • We design daily and weekly activities tailored to each participant with opportunities for community involvement (not required). Before arrival, we assess your needs to collaborate and prepare your experience, where you will work one on one with one of our coaches during your stay. You’ll also have the dynamic flexibility to change up your engagement preferences as your healing emerges.

  • Cost is dependent on length of stay and offerings utilized. Our retreats are much more accessible and affordable than most retreats offered in other locations.

  • Life coaches Julie and Steve Ferwerda, who each bring a rich experience base of many different healing practices, will be your hosts and mentors during your stay at the retreat. They will be involved in planning and implementation of daily activities and sessions. Dependent on needs and preferences, we also have many other therapists and practitioners in many different specialities who, for an additional fee, can be incorporated into your transformational plan.